Imperial Irrigation District

Occupational Health & Safety Specialist

Imperial Irrigation District$85K — $109K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, or related field.
  • 3 years of experience in occupational health and safety or risk management.
  • Experience in developing and implementing safety and accident prevention programs.
  • Ability to conduct safety training sessions.
  • Proficient in data compilation and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement various occupational health and safety programs.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies.
  • Conduct inspections, surveys, and audits of facilities.
  • Compile data and prepare root cause analyses and recommendations.
  • Provide technical consultation and corrective action recommendations.
  • Develop and present safety training programs to all departments.
  • Promote safe work practices throughout the district.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive employee benefits package.
  • Potential for veteran's preference in hiring.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Full Job Description
Salary: $85,551.00 - $109,214.00 Annually
Location : El Centro, CA (Valley Plaza)
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Human Resources
Section: Safety Services
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: 8/6/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Job Term: Full-Time
Grade: 23 (Salaried)
Posting Specs: Internal & External Applicants
Job Class: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iid/classspecs/newprint/1400312
To Apply Click Here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iid

Primary Function

Under general supervision, develops, implements, monitors and evaluates occupational health and safety programs and ensures compliance with applicable workplace safety and environment regulations, safety mitigation agreements, injury and illness prevention program and district policies; conducts inspections, surveys and audits of district facilities and equipment, compiles data, prepares root cause analysis and recommendations; provides technical consultation and recommends corrective action; develops and presents safety training program to all District departments and promotes safe work practices. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, risk management, environmental engineer or related degree and three years implementing professional occupational health and safety, workplace injury/illness prevention or risk management experience involving developing and implementing industrial hygiene, safety and accident prevention programs; conducting safety training; and compiling data and preparing root cause analysis.

Progressively responsible directly related experience may be substituted for the required education at the ratio of two years of experience for one year of education required work experience in implementing professional occupational health and safety, workplace injury/illness prevention or risk management experience involving developing and implementing industrial hygiene, safety and accident prevention programs; conducting safety training; and compiling data and preparing root cause analysis.

Licensing & Certification Requirements

Veteran's Preference (External Applicants Only): Submit DD form 214 or other evidence of veterans' status by the job posting deadline.

Other Requirements/Testing
A negative drug test is required as a condition of employment.
Employees must notify supervision when applying for a position.
IID offers a wide range of employee benefits.

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About Imperial Irrigation District

The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) is a public agency that provides irrigation and electrical services to the Imperial Valley in Southern California. The IID was formed in 1911 and is governed by a five-member board of directors. The district serves over 150,000 customers and covers an area of approximately 1,400 square miles. The IID is responsible for the management of the Colorado River, which provides water to the Imperial Valley and other parts of Southern California. The district also operates a large-scale solar power plant and is committed to promoting renewable energy sources.
Learn more about Imperial Irrigation District
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
Revenue
$1 billion

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